🏀NBA Playoffs Best Picks - Game 5
New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM PT
📍 Location: TD Garden (Boston)
Spread: Celtics -4.5 (-110) | Knicks +4.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Celtics -175 | Knicks +150
Total: 208.0 (O -110, U -110)
Game #5 – Second Round Playoffs (NYK leads series 3-1)
Matchup Breakdown:
The New York Knicks are on the verge of reaching the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000, holding a 3-1 series lead over the Boston Celtics. In Game 4, the Knicks secured a 121-113 victory, led by Jalen Brunson's 39 points and 12 assists. Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges each contributed 23 points, while OG Anunoby added 20. The Knicks overcame a 14-point first-quarter deficit, dominating the second half with a 70-51 advantage.
The Celtics suffered a significant blow in Game 4 when Jayson Tatum exited late in the game with a ruptured Achilles tendon, ruling him out for the remainder of the playoffs. Despite Tatum's 42 points before the injury, the Celtics struggled to maintain their early lead. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White are expected to shoulder more responsibility in Tatum's absence.
I think this is a scenario where we will see a lot of the “role players” on Boston step up. Even with Tatum down, there are multiple all-star level players here, including Jrue Holiday who are more than capable of winning the game for the Celtics, especially on the defensive side of things. I expect the effort to be high and the ball to move more with Tatum out.
Key Trends:
Knicks are 4-0 ATS in their last four playoff games as road underdogs.
Celtics are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games as favorites following a loss.
The total has gone over in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these teams.
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Golden State Warriors vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM PT
📍 Location: Target Center (Minneapolis)
Spread: Timberwolves -10.5 (-110) | Warriors +10.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Timberwolves -550 | Warriors +390
Total: 203.0 (O -110, U -110)
Game #5 – Second Round Playoffs (MIN leads series 3-1)
Matchup Breakdown:
The Minnesota Timberwolves aim to close out the series at home, leading 3-1 against the Golden State Warriors. In Game 4, the Timberwolves secured a 117-100 victory, propelled by a 17-0 run in the third quarter. Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle combined for 61 points, showcasing their offensive prowess. The Timberwolves' defense held the Warriors to 43.5% shooting from the field and 29.6% from three-point range.
The Warriors continue to struggle without Stephen Curry, who remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. Jimmy Butler, dealing with illness, managed only 14 points in Game 4. Jonathan Kuminga provided a spark off the bench with 30 points, but the team lacks consistent offensive production.
I think the Warriors will put up a fight in this game, but Minnesota closes it out.
Key Trends:
Timberwolves are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 home games.
Warriors are 1-4 ATS in their last five games at Target Center following a home loss.
The total has gone over in 3 of the last 4 meetings between these teams.
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